Low Sodium Rice with Tomato Sauce
Transform your weeknight meals with this flavorful and heart-healthy recipe for Low Sodium Rice with Tomato Sauce. Perfectly cooked basmati rice is paired with a rich, homemade tomato sauce bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh tomatoes, bell pepper, and aromatic herbs like oregano and basil. This low-sodium dish balances simplicity and taste, with the sauce simmered to perfection using no-salt-added broth, ensuring a guilt-free indulgence without compromising on flavor. Quick to prepare in just under an hour, this comforting recipe is ideal for those looking to reduce their sodium intake while savoring wholesome ingredients. Garnished with fresh parsley, it's a colorful, nutrient-packed meal that's as good for your health as it is for your palate!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Basmati rice
- 2 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 4 large Tomatoes, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 cup No salt added chicken or vegetable broth
Instructions
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside to drain.
In a medium-sized pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice, stir, and reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for about 15-18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.
While the rice is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, until it becomes translucent.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the chopped tomatoes and red bell pepper to the skillet, cooking for about 5 minutes until softened.
Stir in the tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, black pepper, and no salt added broth. Mix well to combine.
Lower the heat and let the tomato sauce simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and becomes more flavorful.
Once the tomato sauce is ready, taste and adjust seasoning as needed (without adding salt).
Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and serve it onto plates.
Top the rice with the prepared tomato sauce. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
768 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.4 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 93 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 108.8 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.0 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.1 g | ||
| Protein | 19.2 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 231 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 2751 mg | 59% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
